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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1910
Page
6
The article recalls the new irrigation dam 12 miles north of Yuma on the Colorado River. It describes a 4 770 foot wide structure spanning 250 feet with a siphon tunnel and water wheel to lift water for irrigation. The project, funded by selling farm units and improving land, turns desert into productive farmland.
Marjorie Gould married Anthony Drexel last April and avoided Helen Vivian Gould now called Miss Gould Vivian. Born in 1892 she lacks Marjorie’s prettiness but has a stronger face. Her father forbids any daughter from marrying foreigners or nablemen, following Aunt Anna of De Castellane and De Sagan fame as a warning about international marriages.
Chicago June 17 Representative Link, who earlier confessed to taking bribes from Lee ONeill Browne to help elect William Lorimer to the Senate, repudiated his statements on the stand. He testified he lied under duress during grand jury questioning and accused the state’s attorney and police of bullying him.
More than 60 students from the University of Washington education department have qualified to teach. Miss Lilian will oversee mathematics instruction and Horace Lester will replace H. C. Braker as physics instructor. Several students have been on Seattle high school’s preferred applicants list.
HL. A. Lamson a gripman on the Yesler line was arrested today while attempting to cash a forged $130 check in the Scandinavian American bank. The check payable to C. O. Barnes bore the forged signature of Frank S. Southard of Morris Southard Shipley attorneys in the New York block. Bank officials say Lamson cashed a forged check a week earlier. Lamson denies it and says he found the check and tried to cash it today.
Mayor Gill vetoes ordinances granting a lease to the Washington State Art Association for a museum in Denny Park. He argues park land was donated for park use and a private lease could jeopardize the city’s title. He suggests Council operate the museum directly or transfer it from the private corporation.
The board of public works awarded the paving contract for 20th Avenue South and adjacent streets in the city's southern section to Independent Asphalt Co. for 52,648 dollars and 63 cents.
Forecasters expect a fair night followed by a Saturday with likely warmer temperatures. Light westerly winds ease through the period.
In the Washington Star passage Briggina speaks of distant relations with disapproving tone. Miss Cayenne speculates the likely targets are Briggina's wife and her family based on Briggina's manner.
Brigge argues Skinner's success rests on accurate judgment of human nature while Brigge counters that human nature misjudges Skinner, reflecting a debate on character and inference.
Andrew Hauck aged 84 and longtime Cornelius resident died this week. Hidden cash totaling 1722.35 plus bank deposits were found in his hotel rooms. Dr Ernest Everest of Cornelius filed a probate petition naming Hauck administrator, noting Minnie Hauck once famed prima donna sent him funds for maintenance and he saved about 4000.
City finance committee discussed a plan to change bill collection in the water and light departments. The aim is to allow patrons to pay by simple cash receipt, reducing wait times and duplicating receipts for rapid processing. The proposal, modeled after private utilities, would send an original bill to the consumer with a detachable stub for records.
SAN QUENTIN Cal June 17 Ernest Wirth convicted of murdering his wife in Los Angeles several weeks ago was hanged here at 10:30 today. Warden Hoyle said he hoped this would end capital punishment in California and would urge a law prohibiting hanging.
Mary Jones, of 2703 Virginia Street, obtained a warrant against her son-in-law James Wardell for assault after an incident at home during a meal. She reports repeated slaps and blows to the head and neck and seeks to stop the conduct.
City officials move to collect a $307.28 street work bill from Beattie Kenton Southern by drafting an ordinance to take the amount from the railway company’s $1,000 guarantee fund after the bill was ignored by the street car company.
Commander Robert E. Peary reached New York aboard the Mauretania and said he preferred Arctic exploration to public acclaim. He declined to discuss Rudolph Francke's suit alleging Peary stole supplies in the Arctic.
Washington reports the Capitol and many government buildings diverted as officials depart to New York to welcome Theodore Roosevelt. Secretaries Meyer and Wilson and Capt. Archibald Butt left after a cabinet meeting, while Taft stays behind and will speak at Lincoln University in Villanova, Pa., receiving a degree.
Nat Goodwin arrived in New York from Paris aboard the Mauretania en route to San Francisco for the Jeffries Johnson bout. He denied rumors of a separation from Mrs. Goodwin and said he is happy with Edna and plans to return to her in Paris after the fight.
A Victoria cargo steamer from Yokohama brings 1200 bales of silk and 66 bales of wild goods valued over 600000. Passengers include J. Endicott and family returning to Toronto after 10 years in western China. The envoy notes no immediate danger of an uprising but warns events in China remain unpredictable.
Bank clearings and balances listed by Beattie and Taccma for Portland, Spokane, and other cities. Figures include totals of 1 658 986 44 balances 2997 165 10 and 3 014 210 00 with various daily totals and regional amounts in dollars and cents.
Open Saturday June 18 at Alki Point near Occidental and Yester way. Haller Beach offers clean dressing rooms fresh water shower picnic space for parties and tea and coffee at low town prices. No liquor sold and only well behaved patrons admitted.
A 17 year old, John Boeyer, died after his motorless glider broke apart during a trial flight near the Presidio. He suffered fractured ribs and a punctured lung, leading to pulmonary hemorrhage at Presidio General Hospital. Speyer had been studying aviation and built the craft from an East model.
Grim humor marked the opening of the clash between striking teamsters and the Draymen's Association as 25 strikebreakers were sent out guarded by policemen. Most guarding officers were current or former union members, while pickets at docks and warehouses urged peace and offered no violence.
A voiced reminiscence notes a man saying his wife cared little for baseball, and he recalls a moment when he mentioned two games would be played for a single admission. The line captures casual sports talk and domestic attitudes toward the game.
London reports Alfred G Vanderbilt may wed Lily Elsie, famed London musical comedy actress and star of the Dollar Princess. Elsie, once close to Mrs Ruiz who died last October, rose to prominence in A Chinese Honeymoon and subsequent hits. The engagement rumor draws attention from society and theater circles.
A pithy maxim notes that even prized silver cups fail to chase success when pursued blindly. The saying contrasts pursuit with outcomes in competitive contexts.
Saturday and Sunday special visiting days allow tours of 14 battleships at the navy yards. Visitors may take a boat at Colman Dock for a round trip fare of 0 cents.
In Boston on June 17 authorities report Julia Ward Howe III aged 21 was injured after a fall at her home last Tuesday. Her advanced age slows recovery and raises ongoing concern.
A Metropolitan Magazine quote frames a courtroom moment about challenging any juror. The excerpt portrays a defiant stance against the system with a vivid line about fighting the “small man with one eye” in the corner.
In some places honest politicians are as common as birds, a vivid observation contrasting integrity with frequency. The note implies widespread presence of truthfulness among figures seen as political actors.
Pleasure excursion Sunday from Colman dock aboard Pleasant Beach boat with outdoor sports dancing and baseball. Round trip fare five cents. Event advertised as a family outing hosted by the Big Forester group for recreation and travel to Pleasant Beach.
The owner of the top bale of hops at the second annual Western Washington fair in Seattle next September will receive 26 dollars donated by the Brewers Association of the Pacific Northwest. Second and third prizes are 15 and 10 dollars. Additional prizes of 25 15 and 10 dollars are offered for diversified farm products from any one farm. Special prizes and silver cups are promised for best fruit and vegetable displays. Applications should be sent to Secretary G. M. Richards, Globe Building, Seattle.
The inquiry asks whether a cow becomes landed property when turned into a field. It explores property status, agricultural practice, and possible legal implications of livestock and land use.
Six people died from heat in Chicago over the last 24 hours including an old man and two children. Police reported the fatalities as the heat wave continued.
Mrs Corinne Simpson has donated a full dining set with knives and forks for six, a kitchen table and chairs, cooking utensils and clothing to the Antonich family of 66 Blanchard who lost their home in a recent fire after The Star appeal.
The Seattle Suffrage club will host a dinner Tuesday at the Hotel Washington at 1 15. Invitations include men, contrary to custom, signaling inclusive attendance.
A collage of business ads and public notices in Seattle local fare includes Seattle Furniture MPG Co offering refinished furniture at 309 Virginia St, Occidental Cash Market relocations and stock clearances, Washington Market pricing, lost and found items, help wanted male and female, and various rental listings. The page blends commerce, household services, and casual notices with phone numbers and addresses.
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